Episode Summary:
A new pathway to permanent residency is now available for researchers, entrepreneurs, investors, and creative professionals with recognised achievements. It’s the National Innovation Visa, subclass 858, which has replaced the Global Talent visa that closed on 6 Dec 2024 to all new applicants.
In this episode, Arun Belur is joined by Amitava Deb, a registered MARA agent, who will give us more information on the invitation process, EOI requirements, indicators of exceptional talent, priority sectors that will be extended invitation and more.
Final thoughts:
To summarize what Amitava has just shared, the NIV seeks established and emerging leaders with high-calibre talent and skills who can make significant contributions that will benefit Australia’s future prosperity.
This includes global researchers, entrepreneurs, innovative investors, athletes and creatives. If you think you have the skills & expertise to fit you into one of these categories or if you need to discuss this in more detail with Amitava personally, feel free to call him or reach us via email, LinkedIn or WhatsApp. You will find all those details in the podcast description or visit our website dmsmigration.com to learn more about us & how to get in touch with Amitava.
Keywords:
National Innovation Visa, Subclass 858
Main Topics:
• (00:00) National Innovation Visa
• (02:40) Overall Framework
• (03:54) Invitation Process
• (05:15) High-Calibre Individuals
• (06:17) High Priority Sectors
• (07:11) Role of State & Territory
• (11:02) Evidence of Exceptional Talent
• (12:05) Final Thoughts
Additional Resources:
Episode Summary:
The Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) closed on 31 July 2024. This visa allowed an individual to own and manage a business in Australia, conduct business and investment activity in Australia or undertake an entrepreneurial activity in Australia.
If you are a business owner and want to migrate to Australia permanently, then today’s episode is for you. Today, Amitava Deb, a registered migration agent and director of Debika Migration Services will walk you through how you can continue to own and manage a business, continue business and investment activity, or continue entrepreneurial activity in Australia as a newly arrived resident.
Keywords:
Skills in Demand Visa, Subclass 482, Employer Nomination Scheme Visa, Subclass 186, National Innovation Visa, Subclass 858, Skilled Work Regional Visa Subclass 491
Main Topics:
• (00:00) Visa options for business owners
• (05:28) Eligibility requirements
• (06:21) Age limit for applicants
• (07:06) Including family members / partner in the application
• (08:46) Enrol in Medicare
Additional Resources:
• Skills in Demand visa (Subclass 482)
• Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (Subclass 186)
• National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858)
• Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491)
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Episode Summary:
The migration program planning model up until this year was set over a 12-month cycle. From 2025-26, it will move to a multi-year model extending the program planning levels to four years, i.e., until 2028-29. This will allow the migration program to align better with longer-term infrastructure. The size and the composition of the planning level is yet to be announced.
Final thoughts:
If you are thinking about moving to Australia, it is essential to monitor these developments. If you need any professional immigration advice, you can reach out to Amitava directly. His details are in the podcast description.
Keywords:
Migration Program 2025-26, Skills in Demand visa, Family Visa, Parent Visa, Partner Visa,
Main Topics:
• (00:00) Multi-year planning model
• (02:30) Changes in the state and territory nominated visa
• (04:15) Changes to Skills in Demand (SID) visa
• (05:26) New visa streams
• (06:34) Family visa changes
• (08:33) Revamped points system
Additional Resources:
• Skills in Demand visa (Subclass 482)
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Episode Summary:
Getting professional help with your visa application for immigration purposes is common knowledge and practice. What most people aren’t aware of is that only certain people can provide immigration assistance: a migration agent, legal practitioner or an exempt person. OMARA – The office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority – a government body within the DHA, ensures that people who receive immigration advice are protected by registering only those who meet their qualification & character standards.
When a client hires the services of a migration agent, they place a great deal of trust in them. The client expects the agent to act competently & use their immigration knowledge to help them achieve the result they want. But they also want the agent to act ethically: that they will be honest, fair and act with integrity.
In today’s episode we shall deliberate on why ethics and ethical decision making is important to the work of a MARA agent.
Final thoughts:
Before you appoint someone to act on your behalf relating to your visa matter, make sure you have done your due diligence. Your authorized representative cannot provide immigration assistance unless they are: a registered migration agent, a legal practitioner, or an exempt person. It is important to know that any person who helps with your immigration matter cannot guarantee you a visa.
Keywords:
MARA Agent, OMARA, Sanctioned Agents, Immigration, Employer Nominated Visa
Main Topics:
• (00:00) OMARA and its role
• (02:57) Code of Conduct for MARA agents
• (04:42) Ethical Standards
• (06:33) Finding the right agent
• (07:28) Complaint about an agent
• (09:15) Service Agreement
• (10:00) Final thoughts
Additional Resources:
• OMARA
• Find a registered migration agent
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Episode Summary:
In this podcast we cover the nomination places used for each Australian state and territory under the 2024–25 Skilled Migration Program, reflecting the significant demand for skilled migration in those areas.
If you're serious about migrating to Australia through the skilled nomination route, timing is everything. Act fast, stay informed, and don’t wait until July.
Keywords:
Skilled Migration Program, Subclass 491, Subclass 190, Subclass 189, Migration Planning Levels
Main Topics:
• (00:00) Current numbers for each state & territory
• (05:11) Invitation rounds status
• (09:23) Priority occupations receiving invitations
• (10:25) What happens when nomination places run out?
• (11:22) Advice to skilled migrations for 25-26 program
Additional Resources:
• Migration Planning Levels (24-25)
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Episode Summary:
Today we’re unpacking a topic that’s changed the way professionals think about work and travel — the Digital Nomad Visa. More and more countries like Portugal, Greece, Costa Rica, are inviting remote workers to live and work legally beyond their home borders.
Australia doesn't have a visa specifically designed for digital nomads. So, the question is, can digital nomads call Australia home — even temporarily — and what pathways exist if you’re dreaming of living and working here?
Whether you’re a freelancer, tech professional, or someone simply dreaming of a location-independent lifestyle, this episode is for you.
Closing Thoughts:
While we don’t yet have a formal visa stream tailored for remote workers, the world is shifting fast, and Australia’s migration system may well follow. If you’re a remote professional dreaming of living in Australia, it’s essential to understand the legal landscape and explore the right pathways. Just make sure you do your research, plan ahead, and know the legal implications.
Keywords:
Digital Nomad Visa, Visitor Visa, Subclass 600, eVisitor Visa, Subclass 651, Electronic Travel Authority, Subclass 601, Working Holiday Visa, Subclass 417, Subclass 462
Main Topics:
• (00:00) Touring Australia & Working Remotely
• (03:45) Tax Implications Working Remotely
• (05:35) Pathways to Migration for Remote Workers
• (07:34) Why Hasn't Australia Introduced Digital Nomad Visa?
• (09:04) Key Considerations for Remote Workers
Additional Resources:
• eVisitor Visa (Subclass 651)
• Electronic Travel Authority (Subclass 601)
• Working Holiday visa (Subclass 417)
• Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462)
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Episode Summary:
In today’s podcast, we shall be offering expert insights to help international students and future migrants make smart decisions about their journey in Australia.
Today, we will be providing a nuanced analysis on a hot topic that has been debated a lot in the international student community – “switching courses midway to pursue Child Care or Disability Care programs in hopes of securing permanent residency.”
To help break this all down, I’m joined by a popular and trusted voice in the migration space – Amitava Deb – who has worked closely with adult migrants facing this conundrum.
key takeaway:
Making a switch to your University program requires careful consideration. Understanding visa requirements and aligning them with personal interests and career goals is crucial. If you still find yourself on the fence, then consulting with a registered migration agent like Amitava would be your best option going forward.
Keywords:
Child Care, Disability Care, Genuine Student Requirement, Skills in Demand Visa, CSOL, Subclass 482, Subclass 186, Subclass 189
Main Topics:
• (00:00) How easy is it to switch Uni Program?
• (02:35) Uptick in Student Enrolment in Child Care & Disability Care
• (05:11) Child Care & Disability Care Roles in CSOL
• (06:20) Visa Options for Graduates
• (07:41) Alignment with Skill Shortages
• (08:31) Final Thoughts
Additional Resources:
• Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)
• Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186)
• Skilled independent visa (Subclass 189)
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Episode Summary:
In today's episode, we explore visa options available to Australian citizens or permanent residents who might want to bring their parents over temporarily or permanently to join them in Australia.
We break down everything you need to know about Parent Visas for Australia. From eligibility requirements to processing times and application tips, we’ll guide you through the available visa options for parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents.
Keywords:
Parent Visa, Contributory Parent Visa, Aged Parent Visa, Subclass 103, Subclass 870, Subclass 143, Subclass 173, Subclass 864, Subclass 884, Subclass 804
Main Topics:
• (00:00) Bringing Parent Over to Australia
• (03:59) Applicant location
• (06:53) Balance of Family Test
• (08:58) Why Not to Apply for Subclass 870?
• (12:05) What to Keep In Mind
• (15:44) Bridging Visa Available or Not?
• (17:35) Cost of Visa
Additional Resources:
• Sponsored Parent visa - Subclass 870
• Contributory Parent visa - Subclass 143
• Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa - Subclass 173
• Contributory Aged Parent visa - Subclass 864
• Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) visa - Subclass 884
• Aged Parent visa - Subclass 804
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Episode Summary:
A person can become an Australian citizen in different ways. Conferral and descent are the most common ways to become an Australian citizen provided you meet certain criteria before you apply.
According to the Australian Citizenship Act 2007, a person born in Australia is an Australian citizen if and only if:
a) a parent of the person is an Australian citizen or a permanent resident, at the time the person is born; or
b) the person is ordinarily resident in Australia throughout the period of 10 years beginning on the day the person is born.
In this podcast we shall explore what it means for a child to be ordinarily resident in Australia and how he/she may acquire their citizenship when they turn 10, regardless of their parent’s citizenship or immigration status.
Keywords:
Australian Citizenship, Citizenship ACT 2007, Ordinarily Resident, Australian PR
Main Topics:
• (00:00) Ordinarily Resident - What it means?
• (02:35) Submitting an Application
• (04:46) Parents' Eligibility for Citizenship
Additional Resources:
• Australian Citizenship Act 2007
• Becoming an Australian Citizen
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Episode Summary:
In today’s episode, we will learn about the Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA), a standardised framework for storing, organising and reporting occupation-related information, and how it relates to ANZSCO.
Currently, the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) is used as the tool to define the occupations that feature on The Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) for skilled migration. This will not be impacted after OSCA’s release on 6 December.
Both Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) and Statistics NZ (Stats NZ) have been joint custodians of ANZSCO since it was first published in 2006. Both government statisticians have now agreed to introduce their own tailored occupational statistical classifications.
This localized adaptation will allow each government agency to maintain separate but aligned classifications to better reflect the current labour market and meet stakeholder needs.
Have a listen if you want to hear Amitava compare and contrast OSCA with ANZSCO.
Keywords:
OSCA, ANZSCO, Australian Bureau of Statistics, Occupation Classification, Subclass 482
Main Topics:
• (00:00) How is OSCA different from ANZSCO?
• (04:52) Transition to OSCA
• (07:55) OSCA's role in skilled migration
• (09:54) ANZSCO's future
Additional Resources:
•OSCA
•CSOL
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Episode Summary:
The new Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) took effect on 7 Dec 2024 representing a significant policy shift and offering new immigration opportunities for both skilled workers and employers. The CSOL applies to Skills in Demand (SID) visa (subclass 482) core skills stream, which replaced the old TSS visa, and Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186) (Direct Entry stream). It brings about a significant change, especially for subclass 186 direct entry stream. The number of eligible occupations has now expanded from 216 to 456 across multiple industries opening new immigration pathways for various occupations.
In this episode Amitava discusses the practical impact of the new policy and who will benefit from it. He provides details about certain occupations that were removed from the other 3 occupation lists that have now been added to the CSOL. Migrants who find their occupation on the new CSOL and are eligible for the Direct Entry Stream pathway of subclass 186 are the ones who would gain the most from the recent changes (retail manager, child care worker, data analyst. cyber security engineer, dev ops engineer, cyber security architect, film editor, film director, copywriter, photographer, cafe manager, restaurant manager etc.)
There are certain prerequisites that migrants must meet to be eligible to apply for the 186 visa. Certain occupations have been removed and skilled migrants falling into that category have other pathways to continue to remain in Australia.
Have a listen if you would like to stay informed about them and get to know what your approach should be in 2025 to make a life in Australia.
Keywords:
CSOL, Subclass 482, Subclass 186, Skills in Demand visa, Employer Nomination Scheme, MLTSSL, STSOL, ROL, Direct Entry Stream
Main Topics:
• (00:00) What is CSOL
• (02:37) Impact & New Occupations
• (06:27) Pathways For Removed Occupations
• (07:15) Need For Upskilling
• (08:24) Demand For Special Skills
• (11:26) Gaps in CSOL
• (12:06) Expert Opinions & Approach For 2025
Additional Resources:
• CSOL
• OSCA
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Episode Summary:
Some of you may have read or heard from others that Australia is the perfect destination for international students. It has great universities, a welcoming multicultural environment, and cutting-edge research opportunities. But that’s not all—studying here opens doors to global career opportunities, post-study work visas, and pathways to permanent residency.
In this episode Amitava & Arun explore why Australia is a top choice for many international students and what’s in store for them after graduation in 2025.
Amitava, a registered MARA agent, shares his thoughts on how to explore the right course for you that aligns with your career goals, which will eventually lead to employment opportunities and open up pathways for staying in Australia longer or permanently, whichever the case may be.
In Dec 2024, The government of Australia put in new measures to student visa applications to ensure that international students who come to Australia are genuinely keen to pursue a degree that would eventually benefit both the country and the candidate. This is all a part of the new Migration Strategy to ensure that skilled migrants can contribute to Australia's economy and in return they are provided with pathways to make Australia their permanent home.
Keeping this in mind, Amitava goes on to explain why it's in your best interest to seek immigration assistance or advice from a MARA agent if you want to extend you stay longer after graduation or live in Australia permanently.
Keywords:
Student Visa, CRICOS, Subclass 485, VETASSESS, Australian PR, Subclass 186, Subclass 189, Subclass 482, Subclass 407, Skill in Demand Visa, Training Visa, Skilled Migration Visa, Post-Study Work Visa, Temporary Graduate Visa
Main Topics:
• (00:00) Exploring the right course
• (08:08) Genuine Student (GS) Requirement
• (13:26) Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
• (15:28) Pathways to Work Visas
• (18:44) How Can MARA Agents Help?
Additional Resources:
• CRICOS
• Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
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Episode Summary:
On 3 Dec, the government announced a new Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), a single consolidated list of 456 occupations, which applies to the core skills stream of the new Skills in Demand visa that will replace the TSS Subclass 482 visa on 7 Dec 2024.
Jobs and Skills Australia, whose role is to provide high quality data, analysis and insights on the labour market at national, state and regional levels, was tasked as consultants to the provide the government with a draft CSOL which would represent the skills Australia needs to meet the growing demands of the workforce.
3 draft lists were published:
• Confident On List - 183 occupations
• Confident Off List – 214 occupations
• Target List for Consultation – 307 occupations
Now the current list, as mentioned earlier, is a consolidated list of 456 occupations.
In this episode, Amitava clears out all the confusion surrounding the draft CSOL and the new list published on 3 Dec, 2024. Further in the episode, he also weighs in the National Innovations visa which will soon replace the Global Talent visa.
Keywords:
Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), Skills in Demand visa, Subclass 482, Subclass 186, National Innovation visa, Global Talent visa, Distinguished Talent visa, Business Innovation visa
Main Topics:
• (00:00) What's CSOL?
• (05:23) CSOL for Subclass 186
• (08:13) National Innovation visa
Additional Resources:
• CSOL
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Episode Summary:
In this episode, we shall explore a crucial pathway for skilled workers that comes into effect on 24 Nov 2024 – the Skills in Demand Visa. The Skills in Demand (SID) visa is replacing the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) (subclass 482) visa to provide more flexibility to skilled workers and employers.
The new ‘Skills in Demand visa’ aims to address labour market needs and introduces several significant changes for temporary skilled migrant workers, including more time to find another sponsor if their employment is terminated, and a clearer pathway to apply for permanent residency.
We will break down the different pathways of the Skills in Demand Visa, discuss the eligibility criteria, and navigate the application process. We’ll touch upon why the Skills in Demand visa was introduced in the first place and the benefits and challenges if any that we foresee for applicants.
There are three pathways to Skills In Demand visa - Specialist Skills Pathway, Core Skills Pathway, Essential Skills Pathway. Have a listen to Amitava unpack all of them and touch upon the salient features of each.
Keywords:
Skills in Demand (SID) visa, Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS), subclass 482, Specialist Skills Pathway, Core Skills Pathway, Essential Skills Pathway
Main Topics:
• (00:00) Overview
• (03:46) Specialist Skills Pathway
• (05:06) Core Skills Pathway
• (07:40) Essential Skills Pathway
• (08:37) Key Benefits of SID Visa
• (11:35) Avoiding Exploitation
Additional Resources:
• Subclass 482 - https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/temporary-skill-shortage-482
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Episode Summary:
In today’s episode we discuss how one can apply for a carer visa to care for someone in Australia who has no reasonable access to care options. The two visa subclasses that fall under the carer visa category are subclass 116 and subclass 836, both of which are permanent resident visas.
Join Amitava and me to understand how one can become eligible to apply for this visa, sponsorship obligations, and carer obligations..
Keywords:
Subclass 116, Subclass 836, Carer Visa, Australian PR
Main Topics:
• (00:00) Who is Carer Visa For?
• (03:39) Key Diffrences - Subclass 116 & 836
• (07:29) Sponsor Assessment
• (08:15) Applicant Eligibility Criteria
• (10:10) Sponsor Obligations
• (10:49) Visa Cost & Applicant's Family Members
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Episode Summary:
In today’s episode we are talking to Jedidiah Macaraeg– who graduated with an Advanced Diploma in Telecom Network from Australian College of Information Technology (ACIT) in 2017. Jedd received his State Nominated Visa subclass 190 from Victoria on Aug 19, 2024 and is now a permanent resident.
Jedd was visiting family in Brisbane when the idea of pursuing an advanced degree in Australia was brought up. He talks about his transition from the Philippines to Gold Coast as a young IT graduate and how he managed to navigate the cultural landscape and find his footing in Queensland.
We discuss opportunities for IT professionals in the Gold Coast area, housing / rental costs and round up the podcast with his advice for young IT professionals who want to build a career in Australia.
Keywords:
Subclass 190, Information Technology, Gold Coast, Australian College of Information Technology
Main Topics:
• (00:00) IT Diploma in Australia
• (04:30) Professional Life
• (07:23) How Amitava Helped With PR
• (08:59) IT Job Opportunities in QLD
• (10:30) Assimilation
• (12:23) Renting a Unit
• (15:30) Advice to Young IT Professionals
Additional Resources:
• Australian College of Information Technology (ACIT)
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Episode Summary:
There are quite a few people who enter or lodge an application to enter Australia on a temporary visa as they are in a relationship with an Australian citizen or a permanent resident who sponsors the applicant’s visa. These visas could be Temporary Partner Visa (subclass 820), Provisional Partner Visa (subclass 309), Dependent Child Visa (subclass 445), Distinguished Talent Visa (subclass 858), or Prospective Marriage Visa (subclass 300).
Sometimes, the applicant must cease their relationship with the sponsor as they have experienced domestic and family violence. The government of Australia defines Domestic and family violence as any conduct that makes you fear for your or your family’s safety and wellbeing. In such a situation, there are family violence provisions available to the victim(s). They may be eligible to apply for a permanent visa under such provisions provided the violence occurred during their relationship with their former sponsor who was also the perpetrator of the said violence.
In this podcast, we discuss how a person can legally claim that he or she was a victim of domestic violence. Amitava details out the judicial process and what the DHA's role is to explore the veracity of the claim. He also shares his experience with a client who filed a domestic violence claim but was denied a permanent visa to stay back in Australia. When she reached out to him for help, he understood the backstory and challenged the outcome from DHA. She won the appeal after 3 years and is an Australian citizen now.
If you or anyone you know is a victim of domestic violence, please reach out to Amitava for help or call the emergency line 000.
Keywords:
Temporary Partner Visa (subclass 820), Provisional Partner Visa (subclass 309), Dependent Child Visa (subclass 445), Global Talent Visa (subclass 858), Prospective Marriage Visa (subclass 300).
Main Topics:
• (00:00) What is Domestic Violence?
• (06:11) DHA's Role in Supporting the Victims
• (11:55) Client's Story
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Episode Summary:
There are many people who immigrate to Australia at a young age, leaving their family behind. At a later stage in their lives, they are now keen to bring their parents over to Australia, permanently. There is no easy pathway to permanent residence for parents. The process is quite complex, costly, lengthy and currently takes over 40 years for their PR to be approved. If one is not careful, bringing parents over on certain visa subclass will make them ineligible to apply for a permanent residence forever. The age of your parent/s also plays an important role in which subclass they are eligible to apply for.
In this podcast, Amitava shares his insights on the various parent visas available: their processing times, cost involved and salient facts about them. Parents also need to meet the balance-of-family test which Amitava touches upon in the later half of the episode. If you are keen to bring your folks over to Australia, then have a listen and share it with your friends who you think might benefit from this.
Eligibility criteria to apply for a parent visa is a bit nuanced and if you aren't careful it will cost you time, effort, and huge visa fees which you won't be able to recover. If you are at a crossroads on how to bring your parent/s over, we implore you to listen to the full episode.
Keywords:
Parent Visa, Subclass 103, Subclass 870, Subclass 143, Subclass 173, Subclass 884, Subclass 864, Subclass 804
Main Topics:
• (00:00) Parent Visa Subclass 103
• (03:26) Aged Parent Visa Subclass 804
• (05:51) Contributory Parent visa Subclass 143
• (08:19) Contributory Aged Parent visa Subclass 864
• (09:16) Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa Subclass 173
• (10:47) Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) visa Subclass 884
• (13:06) Balance-of-family test
• (14:46) Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa Subclass 870
• (16:51) Aged Dependent Relative visa Subclass 114 & 838
Additional Resources:
• Aged Parent Visa - Subclass 804
• Contributory Parent visa Subclass 143
• Contributory Aged Parent visa Subclass 864
• Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa Subclass 173
• Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) visa Subclass 884
• Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa Subclass 870
• Aged Dependent Relative visa Subclass 114
• Aged Dependent Relative visa Subclass 838
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Episode Summary:
Back in October 2023, we did a podcast on picking the right occupation for your skills assessment. We touched upon how relevant skills assessing authorities check that your skills meet the standards they set to work in a relevant occupation. We spoke at length about VETASSESS and how they go about assessing occupations that are NEC – not elsewhere classified.
In April 2024, ACS – the Australian Computer Society – launched a new Migration Skills Assessment platform with the intention of making it more streamlined and delivering a superior applicant experience. In this podcast we will focus our discussion on how ACS assesses the skills and qualifications of IT and Data Science professionals.
Amitava goes into detail about what's different about the new ACS Migration Skills Assessment. He sheds light on the most common query individuals on a subclass 482 visa have about the skills occupation. The conversation later steers towards the skilled regional provisional visa subclass 491 and why it's important that regional visa holders ensure they live and work in a designated regional area only.
Keywords:
Australian Computer Society, ACS, Skilled Occupation List, Subclass 491, Designated Regional Areas, Subclass 482, SFIA, Subclass 189, Subclass 190
Main Topics:
• (00:00) New ACS Migration Skills Assessment
• (12:44) Making an appeal
• (15:49) Choosing your occupation
Additional Resources:
• ACS
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If you are seeking immigration advice, would like to have a discussion about your application, or any other matter related to your PR call us at +61 415 882 542.
Amitava Deb | LinkedIn
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DMS Website
DMS LinkedIn
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If you have any feedback or suggestions on future topics you'd like us to explore, contact us at marketing@dmsmigration.com
